View from Moscow

In another world

After a 4 hour flight, the Aiglons arrived in Moscow on Tuesday.

Following an early training session, the red and black delegation left the capital of the Côte d'Azur at lunchtime. After a peaceful and restful journey, they arrived in their base in Moscow, quickly getting to grips with the local climate.

A meeting that instead of a being a joyful kiss, has proved to be more an smash in the face.

Minus 8 degrees on the thermometer, ice on the side of the roads, an icy feeling in the air: there we go, Le Gym has arrived. And even though they have only spent a matter of seconds outside, the players have been able to get an idea of what awaits them on Thursday. "It's cold, very cold" we heard from the players as they left the plane.

Following the flight, they boarded a bus to head to their hotel. Taking a look at the size of the Russian capital as they passed, including the intriguing and fascinating colossal buildings.

Of a similar size to that of the challenge that awaits them...